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増大
zoudai
Description
「増大」は、数や量、大きさが前よりも大きくなることを表す言葉です。
"増大" means that the number, amount, or size becomes larger than before.
ニュースや仕事の場面でよく使われ、少しかたい言い方です。
It is often used in news or work contexts and is a somewhat formal expression.
Meanings
増大zoudai
an increase; a growth in amount or size
人口の増大が問題になっています。
The increase in population is becoming a problem.
増大するzoudai suru
to increase; to grow larger
車が増えて、事故が増大しています。
With more cars, accidents are increasing.
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Notes
- Etymology
増 (increase) + 大 (big); a compound meaning growth in size or amount.
- Nuance
More formal than 増える; common in news, business, and academic writing.
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